by Biologist Cody Nagel
As we approach the final weekend of the 2025 season on the upper Missouri, flows continue to drop. Flows are well below the long term average for this time of year. Currently, flows at the Landusky stream gauge are 7,200 cfs. Paddlefish can still be found in areas throughout the FRB area and downstream.
Access roads and campgrounds are in good condition. Angler participation has decreased substantially as the season nears its end. Best of luck to all anglers looking to fish through the weekend!
Resources:
- How to safely (and legally) snag and release paddlefish can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAfCzQDDUxg
- Additional paddlefish info can be found on the FWP website: https://fwp.mt.gov/fish/regulations/paddlefish
- Missouri river flows at Landusky can be found here: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/monitoring-location/06115200/…
